Project for a Public Building on a Square 1500 - 1600

This anonymous drawing titled *Project for a Public Building on a Square* is a pen-and-ink and wash design for a building, dating from around the 16th century. It features a building with a grand facade, an open arcade, and a central entrance. The architectural style is a blend of Renaissance and Mannerist influences, characteristic of the period. The drawing showcases the architectural ideals of the time, emphasizing symmetry, proportion, and a clear hierarchy of elements, while the arcade, a common feature in Renaissance architecture, suggests an openness to the public space.